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Despite making strides, women are still under represented in the STEM fields. What is being done to close the gender gap
Kimberly Keaton Williams, Vice President of Technical Workforce Solutions for Tata Technologies discusses the importance of women in technology.
Interview recorded August 24th, 2017. Hosted by Laurel Hess.

The Michigan Women's Commission was created by statute in 1968. The Commission reviews the status of women in Michigan, directing attention to critical problems confronting women, recommending ways of overcoming discrimination, enabling women to develop skills, making surveys and recognizing women's accomplishments and contributions to Michigan.

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Karmanos Cancer Institute, headquartered in Detroit, is the largest cancer research and provider network in Michigan and has 14 treatment locations. Cancer patients have increased access to advanced cancer care in communities throughout the state. This provides an extra level of comfort and peace of mind to patients and their families, knowing they can receive the best care locally.
Caring for approximately 14,000 new patients annually andconducting more than 800 cancer-specific scientific investigation programs and clinical trials, Karmanos is among the nation’s best cancer centers. Karmanos offers one of the largest clinical trials program in the nation, giving patients access to more than 100 promising new treatments often available only at Karmanos.
Through the commitment of 1,000 staff, including nearly 300 faculty members, and supported by thousands of volunteer and financial donors, Karmanos strives to prevent, detect and eradicate cancer. Our long-term partnership with the Wayne State University School of Medicine enhances the collaboration of critical research and academics related to cancer care.

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The Michigan Women's Studies Association (MWSA), an academic professional organization, was founded in 1973 on the campus of Michigan State University to change what is thought and taught about women, particularly Michigan women, in schools, colleges, and universities. As an extension of that mission, the organization decided to establish a museum dedicated to women's history: the first of its kind in the nation.
To house the museum, MWSA acquired a lease on the city-owned Cooley-Haze House in 1980 on the condition that the building be brought up to code. By 1986, $180,000 had been raised in building funds and work was begun on the renovation.
The Michigan Women's Historical Center and Hall of Fame was dedicated and opened to the public on June 10, 1987, the anniversary date of Michigan's ratification of the Women's Suffrage Amendment. Since the opening, the Historical Center has encouraged Lansing's efforts to restore Cooley Gardens, and is now surrounded by a beautiful garden and picnic area.
The Michigan Women's Historical Center and Hall of Fame displays cultural and historical exhibits on the accomplishments of Michigan women and maintains a library of materials on this subject. Its Friends group serves as a source of volunteers and as a fundraising organization.
Every October, an MWSA benefit honors new inductees to the Michigan Women's Hall of Fame. Between eight and twelve women, past and present, are welcomed into the Hall each year. Plaques honoring those women are displayed in the Historical Center's Hall of Fame Gallery. Past honorees include former Lieutenant Governor Connie Binsfeld, Grace Lee Boggs, Betty Ford, Aretha Franklin, Gwen Frostic, Former Governor Jennifer Granholm, Rosa Parks, Jane Johnston Schoolcraft, U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Helen Thomas, Lily Tomlin, and Mother Waddles.

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Organized by the Greater Flint Arts Council Public Relations Committee the Second Friday ARTWALK is a collaboration between a dozen businesses and cultural organizations in downtown Flint.Second Friday ARTWALK isfree to the publicand promotes the diversity of gallery offerings indowntown Flint.

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Detroit PAL is a non-profit organization positively impacting the lives of more than 12,000 children each year. With roots dating back to 1969, our group works to create safe and supportive places for kids to play. Detroit PALalso trains and certifies more than 1,700 volunteers each year to become encouraging coaches and mentors to the city’s youth.
In partnership with the Detroit Police Department and community volunteers, Detroit PAL builds character in young people through athletic, academic and leadership development programs.

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Karmanos Cancer Institute, headquartered in Detroit, is the largest cancer research and provider network in Michigan and has 14 treatment locations. Cancer patients have increased access to advanced cancer care in communities throughout the state. This provides an extra level of comfort and peace of mind to patients and their families, knowing they can receive the best care locally.
Caring for approximately 14,000 new patients annually andconducting more than 800 cancer-specific scientific investigation programs and clinical trials, Karmanos is among the nation’s best cancer centers. Karmanos offers one of the largest clinical trials program in the nation, giving patients access to more than 100 promising new treatments often available only at Karmanos.
Through the commitment of 1,000 staff, including nearly 300 faculty members, and supported by thousands of volunteer and financial donors, Karmanos strives to prevent, detect and eradicate cancer. Our long-term partnership with the Wayne State University School of Medicine enhances the collaboration of critical research and academics related to cancer care.

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The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute is one of only 47 National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the United States. NCI-designated cancer centers are at the forefront of developing and translating scientific knowledge from promising laboratory discoveries into new treatments for cancer patients.
Immunotherapy is a broad category of anti-cancer therapies that use the body's immune system to fight cancer cells. These cells are different from normal cells, in that they do not die normally. Think of these rapidly-dividing cells like an out-of-control copy machine that won't stop creating images. These abnormal cells frequently change, or "mutate," to evade the immune system. Immunotherapy drugs are designed to alert the immune system about these mutated cells so it can locate and destroy them.
Visit Karmanos Cancer Institute on FACEBOOK and TWITTER.

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Terrorism is once again a part of our national conversation and Americans may be thinking about the potential impact terrorism might have on everyday life. Len Pagano, Safe America Foundation, discusses efforts to help Americans be "prepared, not scared."
Regarding terrorism and threats, Pagano said, "This is a new reality that we are going to continue to face... I think we are going to see this year after year and it's going to get more intense."
Visit the Safe America Foundation on the web at www.SafeAmerica.org or www.Facebook.com/SafeAmerica or follow on Twitter @SafeAmerica.

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The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation seeks to create positive change for youths in under-served communities, focusing on youth development and mentorship. To learn more, visit the Malcolm Jenkins Foundation on the web at www.theMalcolmJenkinsFoundation.org

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The National Mall is America's front yard. Caroline Cunningham of the Trust for the National Mall discusses ongoing efforts to restore and preserve this national treasure. Visit the Trust for the National Mall on the web at www.NationalMall.org

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